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Nearly 95 years after his death, Patriarch Elias Hoyek is beatified in Lebanon. Meanwhile, Pope Leo reminds the faithful that God always brings true fulfillment. And, a foster youth program acts as a lifeline for young adults aging out of foster care.

Pope Leo prepares to celebrate World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly with the theme, "I Will Never Forget You." Meanwhile, amid turmoil, the Vatican considers a possible Ukraine trip for Pope Leo. And some migrant families face an uncertain future after the Supreme Court's TPS ruling.

House GOP lawmakers managed to push through a massive legislative package. It includes a trillion-dollar defense policy bill, a stopgap measure to fund federal agencies, and a $95 billion budget blueprint to fund a range of President Trump's priorities. Capitol Hill Correspondent Erik Rosales reports.

The Church celebrates the Feast of St. Mary Magdalene, the woman who first proclaimed the Resurrection of Jesus. Meanwhile, Pope Leo continues a busy week with surprise visits and a message to religious. And, tech and media industries continue to reshape their workforces by embracing AI.

Is The Odyssey more Christian than you think? A new book offers a Catholic lens on the epic poem. Meanwhile, Pope Leo has a message of peace in a powerful new book released today. And, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth requests billions more in funding for the Iran war.

Syria's Christian families return home after years of war and displacement. Meanwhile, at a special concert, Pope Leo reflects on beauty's power to lift us toward God. And, Catholic forward Ferrán Torres wins the World Cup for Spain.

As the World Cup wraps up, a new champion will rise—but beyond the celebration, many athletes are turning to faith. A culinary workshop in Washington, D.C., is empowering people with disabilities to grow in confidence and job skills through the art of cooking. And, when following Catholic Church news, you’ve likely heard about the “dicasteries” in Rome—but what are they, exactly?

Legal efforts are underway after a 13-year-old Christian girl was forced to marry and convert to Islam in Pakistan. Meanwhile, we learn what role Catholics can play in renewing America. And, the Vatican hosts a global summit as concerns mount over the rapid growth of AI.

We remember David Willey, who reported on 5 popes over 50 years at the Vatican. Meanwhile, Pope Leo reaches out to war-torn Ukraine with the help of a cardinal. And, as Fulton Sheen's beatification approaches, we learn what Catholics can expect from this historic celebration.

We hear a survivor's testimony exposing the hidden reality of human trafficking. Meanwhile, a Vatican summit tackles AI and nuclear threats as the future of war changes. And, Nicaraguan police arrest an 80-year-old bishop, and now Church sources question his whereabouts.

Following Senator Lindsey Graham's death, we reflect on the pro-life legacy he leaves behind. Meanwhile, Pope Leo welcomes 200 people in need to his table for "Lunch With the Pope." And, Pope Leo reminds us all that God knows us better than we know ourselves.

Catholic Relief Services is in a race against time to aid Venezuela's deadly quake survivors. Meanwhile, World Cup star Erling Haaland bought and donated a rare Christian manuscript to a library in Norway. And, a new survey shows 78% of U.S. Catholics view Pope Leo XIV favorably.

Pope Leo XIV releases his July prayer intention. Meanwhile, the canonization cause of Servant of God Rhoda Wise moves forward. And, after Venezuela's deadly earthquakes, the country remains trapped in a deepening humanitarian crisis.

The Pope's summer home comes back to life with Pope Leo XIV. Meanwhile, we explore whether Brazil's religious shift away from Catholicism is reshaping politics. And, after Venezuela's earthquake crisis, doctors race to prevent a second disaster.

After Team USA's World Cup heartbreak, we learn what lessons Catholics can take away from teamwork and sportsmanship. Meanwhile, we explore the rise and fall of the Catholic hospital that cared for New York for 160 years. And, EWTN Summer Academy forms the next generation of Catholic communicators.